TORONTO - Pascal Siakam had 37 points, 12 assists and 11 rebounds for his third-career triple-double, and the undermanned Toronto Raptors edged the Philadelphia 76ers 119-114 on Thursday, in a potential post-season preview.
Gary Trent Jr. scored 30 points, while Precious Achiuwa had a career-best five three-pointers in a 20-point performance.
Scottie Barnes chipped in with 13 points and 10 rebounds, for the Raptors (47-33), who were missing starters Fred VanVleet and OG Anunoby. VanVleet took the night off to rest his sore knee, while Anunoby (thigh contusion) is expected to play Sunday.
Joel Embiid had 30 points to top the Sixers, who lost for the first time in four games.